NFL: 11 Free Agents With the Most Postseason Experience

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With the talks about the lockout finally coming to an end, things are starting to shape up in the NFL.

The one thing that will blow up the media when this all gets resolved is of course free agency. There are countless rumors of who will get who, and we may soon finally know the answers.

One thing a team likes to take into consideration is how much experience the player has in the playoffs. Postseason experience is something that may be a big factor in the signing decision, due to the fact that leadership in January can really boost a team.

A playoff veteran brings a lot to the table.

Here are 11 free agents that have the most postseason experience. 

Terrell Owens

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2010 team: Cincinnati Bengals

Position: WR

Get your popcorn ready?

It's tough to say where this hot shot will end up next year. Minus his days in Buffalo and Cincinnati, T.O. has been on some pretty productive teams throughout his career.

Spending time in January with the San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys, when we wants to, Terrell can really be a game changer.

Now everyone knows all the baggage that comes with Owens, but will that stop a team from perusing this All-Star? 

Owens has had some glorious days throughout his career. Responsible for his miraculous "The Catch II" in San Francisco and leading the Eagles to the Super Bowl in 2004 in his first year on that team, playoffs used to be a regular thing for him.

Does he still have the spark he used to have? Can he still bring a team to the playoffs? 

His experience in the postseason is certainly something to talk about, and owners are aware of that. 

Matt Light

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2010 team: New England Patriots

Position: OT

This career-long New England Patriot knows how to play some tackle.

Light has been through all of the Patriots success dating back to when he entered the league in 2001. With the tackle position often going under-looked, he is a solid player who has made it to the Pro Bowl in 2006, 2007 and 2010.

He knows how to keep his quarterback protected, but more importantly, he knows how to do it in the January cold. 

A lot of players have trouble playing late in the season due to fatigue, but I think it's safe to say that Light has grown past the tired days and can still dominate any defensive end. 

Ever wonder why Brady is so good? Because he actually has time in the pocket to be good. You can thank Light for that. 

Matt Hasselbeck

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2010 team: Seattle Seahawks 

Position: QB

Matt Hasselbeck and the Seattle Seahawks used to be an elite team in the NFL, believe it or not.

The Seahawks were responsible for making it to the postseason in 2003-2007, and again in 2010 when they upset the reining World Champions the New Orleans Saints, all with Matt under center.

Making a run to the Super Bowl in 2005, Hasselbeck has played 11 games in the postseason throughout his career. While his age is becoming a factor in the quarterback's career, he would be a nice player to bring in as a backup. 

Hasselbeck proved last year that he still has some juice left in the tank. Can he walk onto a team and be a starter? Possibly, but being a backup is most suitable and can help boost a team's morale. 

Just because he isn't playing doesn't mean he still can't make an impact.

Randy Moss

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2010 team: New England Patriots, Minnesota Vikings, Tennessee Titans

Position: WR

I've never seen a player spiral downhill so fast like I've seen Randy Moss do in 2010. 

Moss was always been counted in on discussions as being the best wide receiver in the NFL throughout his career. Then 2010 came, and he is on the verge of premature retirement. 

With everything that happened last season, I'm sure Moss would be welcomed on a team come next season. It is kind of hard to refuse a guy with his past. 

Yes, he does resemble T.O in the controversy department, and he has had many fines with his name on them. Even still, Moss is an outstanding receiver and will most likely start somewhere in 2011.

All he needs is a serious coach to straighten him out, and I think everyone will forget about last season. Nothing is stopping him from playing at the level he has played in at New England that past couple of years.

He has had some pretty big games in January, and I'm sure teams are eyeing him up.

Dawan Landry

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2010 team: Baltimore Ravens

Position: SS

Dawan Landry is someone who falls in the shadows on a team where Ed Reed and Ray Lewis call the shots. 

In comparison, Landry does not have the most impressive stats you'll stumble upon, but that's perfectly okay. Like previously stated, he plays along side of Ed Reed, the interception machine.

Landry finished last season with 111 tackles but no interceptions. He does though have the ability to play on a contending team where he can have the opportunity to be the star for once and get a shot at a six-plus interception year. 

His time with the Ravens has been since only 2006, but recently is when they have been stirring up the league. 

While he may have the least experience in the postseason on his list, he has, however, played with two future Hall of Famers who he has watched for the past five years.

Any team would be kicking themselves to pass on this guy if they are in need of a SS. 

Joseph Addai

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2010 team: Indianapolis Colts 

Position: RB

Joseph Addai of the Indianapolis Colts has had the chance to start on a playoff-contending team ever since he entered the league in 2006.

The Colts had made the playoffs every year that Addai has stared and have also made it to the Super Bowl twice in that time frame.

While the Colts have struggled to get a consistent running game going, Addai has been there for them to try to pick up the pace. Everyone knows that the Colts are Peyton's team, and it will remain that way for a long time. 

Struggling recently in his career, Addai hasn't had a 1,000-yard season since 2007 when he also ran in a career-high 12 touchdowns.

Having somebody like Joseph would be a great way to mix up the offense with the possibility of that one-two punch duo many teams are now doing. 

Addai may have little experience in the postseason, but playing in two Super Bowls certainly doesn't hurt either. 

Ike Taylor

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2010 team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Position: CB

Ike Taylor has been a consistent Pittsburgh Steeler throughout his career. Drafted in 2003, Taylor has missed only three games in nine seasons as a starter.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are a force to be reckoned with. They have always been a team with their sights on the Super Bowl, having won Super Bowl XL and Super Bowl XLIII with Ike on the roster.

Taylor is a consistent player and has proven to have some strong bones. That is something that will give him an advantage in January. Not only will he be healthy enough to play, he will be familiar with the setting. 

Lamarr Woodley

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2010 team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Position: DE

Another Steeler with some talent enters the market. Playing along with Troy Polamalu and James Harrison on a solid defense, Woodley certainly holds his own.

Lamarr Woodley has racked up 39.0 sacks in only four seasons, and his three interceptions can be noted as well. Those numbers are pretty outstanding taking into consideration that he isn't the leader on that side of the ball by far.

While the Steelers have had some recent success and are a team bound to make the playoffs, why not bring in a player like Woodley who obviously knows how to play some football?

Eleven sacks in the playoffs alone is a number that will make any owner drool.

So this really has no downsides. Woodley has been on the big stage before and knows what it's like to play with something on the line. 

His playoff history and numbers are something rare to find. 

Santonio Holmes

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2010 team: New York Jets

Position: WR

Remember this name? Santonio Holmes was that guy who caught the late game-winning touchdown in Super Bowl XLIII. Except now, he's looking for a new team.

Holmes entered the league in 2006 with the Pittsburgh Steelers where he saw much success before being traded to the New York Jets in 2010 where he was one game short of making it to the Super Bowl once again. 

Experience? Yes. Productivity? It's all there. It's hard to find a clutch receiver like Holmes, especially in the postseason.

While many will say that he fell off in New York, come on. Sanchez is not the quarterback for Holmes, and yet he still had a decent season. Just look at what he has done and let that speak for itself. 

Honestly, if a player can make a catch like he did in Super Bowl XLIII, experience and skill are included. 

Adam Vinatieri

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2010 team: Indianapolis Colts 

Position: K

Adam is the real deal. How many kickers in the NFL have made it to six Super Bowls and won four of them? Only this guy.

Adam Vinatieri has played for only two teams, the Indianapolis Colts and the New England Patriots, two very prestigious teams. While making the playoffs almost every season in the league, you can say that Vinatieri is someone that is hard to turn away.

He would be a perfect fit for the Philadelphia Eagles, due to the fact that David Akers is looking to retire. 

It is hard to say though where he will end up, but wherever he does will surely be a happy team. 

Brett Favre

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2010 team: Minnesota Vikings 

Position: QB

I know, I know. I really didn't want to include this guy on the list, but honestly, he has to be here.

As of right now, Brett Favre is favored to be retired and finally stepping away from the game after being in the league for 20 years.

Last season really showed his age and that it's time for him to hang the jersey up, but once again, nobody knows what is going to happen. 

I personally think it's time for Brett to be a grandpa, not a quarterback. But do I think that once the lockout ends that he will contemplate one more year? Yes I do.

It is already rumored that Favre is OK with being a backup in the league, so the season wouldn't take a toll on him. 

Another rumor has it that he may be backing up Michael Vick in Philadelphia, due to his long lasting relationship with Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid. After all, Reid was Favre's quarterback coach back in Green Bay. 

Favre has certainly had his days in the postseason, so for him to be a guy that may back up a starter and just bring the experience really isn't too bad of an idea.

Only time will tell for this one.